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Legal Assistant
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$56,485 / year median in Indiana
+3% projected growth
Job Description
- $18 an hour
- Full-time $15
- $18 an hour
- Full-time We are seeking an experienced Collections Legal Assistant .
Skills and Qualifications:
A minimum of two (2) years legal assistant and collection experience.Case Management:
Initiate collection lawsuits, monitor account portfolios, and track case statuses through the legal system.Document Preparation:
Draft, review, and e-file legal pleadings, summons, complaints, default judgments, and post-judgment paperwork.Research & Skip Tracing:
Utilize public databases to locate debtors and verify assets.Communication:
Draft verification-of-debt letters, handle settlement negotiations, and establish payment plans.Bankruptcy Monitoring:
Track active bankruptcy accounts and prepareProofs of Claim.Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, electronic court filing systems, and DebtNet. Applicant must maintain a strict confidentiality while dealing with internal and client data. Individual must have the ability to work independently and have excellent client service skills in person, over the phone, and via email. Rate of pay is negotiable based on education and experience.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$15.00- $18.